Eric Cantona only saw a nine-month ban for his kick at a Crystal Palace fan

“The FA have a role and we respect that decision. They’re obviously showing strength in these decisions.

“I only assume they’re going to move on to cheating, like the constant diving that goes on. I’m sure they’ll move on to the bigger picture.”

Dyche said when Burnley decided to offer Barton a short-term contract earlier this season, following his ill-fated stint with Rangers, it reflected the fact that the gambling charges were hanging over him.

He added: “We thought there was a chance of a ban of course. As a business, that side was taken care of.